Energy Wheeling: The Silent Winner of SA’s Energy Transition
Energy Wheeling: The Silent Winner of South Africa’s Energy Transition By Katherine Persson, MD: Assets South Africa’s energy transition is often discussed in terms of megawatts, solar plants and battery storage systems. While these technologies remain critical, there is another development quietly reshaping the electricity sector: energy wheelin
Empowering Communities: Inside Project Springbok
Empowering Communities: Inside Project Springbok In September 2025, SOLA reached a defining milestone in South Africa’s renewable energy transition with the commissioning of Project Springbok, a 195MW utility-scale solar PV facility located in the Free State. More than just a generation asset, Springbok represents a new model for how energy infrastructure
What Does a Renewable Energy Company (IPP) Do?
What Does a Renewable Energy Company (IPP) Do? As South Africa continues to navigate energy uncertainty, rising electricity costs, and decarbonisation pressures, renewable energy has moved from a “nice-to-have” to a business imperative. At the centre of this transition are Independent Power Producers (IPPs) – renewable energy companies that are fun
Battery Storage 201: Why PV+BESS Is the Next Step
Battery Storage 201: Why Solar + Battery Energy Is the Next Step for Businesses As businesses across South Africa look for reliable and affordable energy alternatives, renewable solutions are evolving rapidly. While solar power has already transformed how companies source electricity, combining solar photovoltaic (PV) generation with Battery Energy Storage S
A First-of-its-kind Private Solar and Battery Project: Naos 1
A First-of-its-kind Private Solar and Battery Project: Naos-1 South Africa’s energy transition is accelerating and a major milestone has just been reached. A landmark solar and battery hybrid project is set to transform how large businesses access renewable energy. Project Naos-1 represents the largest solar and battery facility developed specifically for
Renewable Energy and Storage in Southern African Mining (Webinar)
Renewable Energy and Storage in Southern African Mining (Webinar) The intersection of sustainability and operational efficiency is no longer a distant goal for the mining industry; it is a current necessity. At a recent high-level webinar hosted by EE Business Intelligence, leaders from the Minerals Council South Africa and the SOLA Group gathered to discuss
Buying Renewable Energy Without a Single Onsite Panel
Buying Renewable Energy Without a Single Onsite Panel We recently took to LinkedIn with a question that gets to the heart of South Africa’s changing energy landscape: “Did you know businesses can buy renewable energy without installing solar panels onsite?” The responses were a fascinating snapshot of where the market stands today. While 57% of [&helli
Different Types of Energy Providers in South Africa
The Different Types of Energy Providers in South Africa South Africa’s electricity sector is unique and complex, shaped by decades of infrastructure investment, evolving government policy, and an urgent need for cleaner, more reliable power. As the country continues to navigate energy shortages, ageing infrastructure, and climate commitments, it’s vital
Understanding Energy Tariffs & Rebates
Understanding Energy Tariffs & Rebates When it comes to electricity in South Africa, the price you pay – or tariff – isn’t just a flat rate. Eskom, South Africa’s main electricity provider, along with various municipalities, offers different tariffs that vary based on factors like usage patterns, time of day, and even whether or not […]
Energy Wheeling 101 – What Is Energy Wheeling In SA?
Energy Wheeling 101 – What Is Energy Wheeling in SA? As South Africa continues to embrace renewable energy, the concept of energy wheeling has emerged as a key solution for transferring power across distances without the need for on-site generation. With the country’s growing demand for reliable and sustainable energy, energy wheeling allows business
Unlocking Clean, Affordable Renewable Energy for Your Business
Powering South Africa’s Future: Unlocking Clean, Affordable Renewable Energy for Your Business At SOLA, we’ve been pioneering innovative energy solutions for over 16 years. Today, we’re thrilled to introduce a groundbreaking new energy product that promises to transform the electricity landscape in South Africa. Just recently, President Ram
Sick of load-shedding? How wheeling can save the South African electricity landscape
Sick of load-shedding? How wheeling can save the South African electricity landscape Just as South Africans start forgetting about the resources that go on behind the scenes when they switch on the lights, they’re reminded about how much they’re actually reliant on Eskom. But the return of load shedding spells something even more concerning than [&hellip
What the 100 MW license cap lift means for your business
What the 100 MW license cap lift means for your business In June, amid much celebration, Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the amendment of Schedule 2 in the Electricity Regulation Act – a clause that has long had both producers and consumers of energy at loggerheads with government – was imminent. Today, the amendment was officially […]
SOLA gets approval for largest solar PV wheeling agreement in South Africa
SOLA gets approval for largest solar PV wheeling agreement in South Africa A flagship renewable energy project, commissioned by Amazon, is set to demonstrate the flexibility and convenience of procuring independent power through the electricity grid. The project will see 28 GWh of solar energy wheeled via Eskom’s utility grid from a solar farm in […
